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H. R. Ellis Davidson

    Scandinavian mythology
    Katharine Briggs
    • 2024

      Katharine Briggs

      • 228 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Katharine Briggs is celebrated for her significant contributions to folklore, particularly through her Dictionary of British Folktales and Dictionary of Fairies, which solidified her status among British folklorists. Initially focused on seventeenth-century literature and the Civil War at Oxford, her career evolved through amateur dramatics and involvement with the Guide Movement. Her experiences in the Women's Auxiliary Air Force during World War II further honed her storytelling prowess, showcasing her vibrant personality and passion for narrative.

      Katharine Briggs